Production Planner

ASTRODYNE TDI SDN. BHD.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Astr016? Astrodyn e TDI Sdn. Bhd.

is seeking an experienced Production Planner to support end-to-end production planning and execution within our EMS manufacturing environment. This role translates confirmed customer demand into executable production plans, manages capacity and materials to ensure on-time fulfilment from post-CTB through final shipment. The Production Planner collaborates with cross-functional teams to balance demand, materials, capacity, and priorities, monitors Plan vs Actual

Qualifications

• Knowledge of production planning, scheduling, capacity planning and utilization in manufacturing.
• Understanding of ERP systems and material planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage production planning activities from post-CTB release through shipment to customer.
• Translate confirmed demand into firm production plans and schedules aligned with delivery commitments.
• Ensure alignment between CTB assumptions, material availability, capacity, and execution feasibility.
• Plan and optimize line, equipment, and manpower utilization across production areas.
• Track and analyze Plan vs Actual output and delivery performance daily and weekly.
• Identify schedule deviations, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions to meet delivery targets.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance schedule adherence and on-time delivery.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Capacity planning

Utilization management

Communication skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Astrodyne TDI Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an experienced Production Planner to support end‑to‑end production planning and execution within our EMS manufacturing environment. This role is accountable for translating confirmed customer demand into executable production plans, managing capacity and material alignment, and ensuring on‑time customer fulfilment from post‑CTB (Customer Technical Buy) through final shipment.

The Production Planner works closely with cross‑functional teams to balance demand, materials, capacity, and operational priorities while monitoring Plan vs Actual (PVA) performance and driving corrective actions to meet delivery and business objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Own and manage production planning activities starting from post‑CTB release through shipment to customer.

Translate confirmed customer demand into firm production plans and build schedules aligned with delivery commitments.

Ensure alignment between CTB assumptions, material availability, capacity, and execution feasibility.

Plan and optimize line, equipment, and manpower utilization across all production areas.

Track and analyze Plan vs Actual (PVA) output and delivery performance on a daily and weekly basis.

Identify schedule deviations, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions to meet delivery targets.

Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance schedule adherence, on‑time delivery (OTD), and planning accuracy.

Act as a coordination point among Production, Engineering, Planning, Warehouse, QA, and Supply Chain teams.

Support customer escalations related to delivery issues, capacity constraints, or production shortfalls.

Ensure planning flexibility to support engineering changes, NPI activities, and customer pull‑in or push‑out requests.

Utilize ERP systems to manage production orders, material planning, and capacity analysis.

Communicate schedule updates, priority changes, and planning risks clearly and timely to stakeholders.

Prepare and maintain basic planning and delivery performance reports for management review.

Maintain accurate master data and planning parameters to support reliable production planning.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge

a) Good knowledge of Production planning, scheduling, capacity planning and utilization management in a manufacturing environment.

b) Understanding of ERP systems and material planning processes.

Skills

c) Effective planning, prioritization and time-management skills

d) good communication and coordination skills to work accords multiple functions

e) Ability to prepare clear report on utilization, delivery performance and recovery action.

Abilities

a) Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

b) Able to lead and assist operations in terms of business requirements.

c) Ability to make sound planning decisions under pressure and frequent changes.

d) Ability to lead and support operations in meeting business, delivery, and customer requirements.

Others

a) Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

b) Strong sense of ownership and accountability for delivery and planning performance.